Lead Embedded Software Engineer – Real-Time Systems Contract

Acara Solutions, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for an on-site, Dallas, TX contract (3-6 months). You will lead technical projects from requirements through design, implementation, integration, and maintenance, focusing on embedded software, PC tools, and networking protocols.

This role requires 3+ years of real-time embedded software, RTOS, Linux, and device drivers (TCP/IP, UART, I2C, SPI, PCIe) in Linux, plus strong C/C++ development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, or related engineering field.
• 3+ years of real time embedded SW experience.
• 3+ years of RTOS, Linux and bare-metal embedded systems experience.
• 3+ years of experience with embedded device drivers (TCP/IP, UART, I2C, SPI, PCIe) on Linux.
• 3+ years of C or C++ development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, analyze, document, and support testing of products, systems, and subsystems.
• Review customer specifications and requirements and develop cost-effective designs that meet technical objectives.
• Apply design-to-cost and design-for-manufacturing principles throughout the development process.
• Develop prototypes to identify and mitigate key development risks.
• Use computer-aided engineering and design/analysis tools to support technical assignments.
• Manage assigned tasks independently, providing regular progress updates and ensuring timely completion of technical requirements.
• Communicate clearly with internal teams and customers while supporting organizational mission, values, and culture.

Skills

RTOS

Linux

C/C++

TCP/IP

UART

I2C

SPI

PCIe

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, or related engineering field

Tools

TCP/IP drivers

UART drivers

I2C drivers

SPI drivers

PCIe drivers

Job description

Acara Solutions is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for an on-site, Dallas, TX contract (3-6 months). You will lead technical projects from requirements through design, implementation, integration, and maintenance, focusing on embedded software, PC tools, and networking protocols.

This role requires 3+ years of real-time embedded software, RTOS, Linux, and device drivers (TCP/IP, UART, I2C, SPI, PCIe) in Linux, plus strong C/C++ development.